Cinema Chain Cancels 'Kanu des Manitu' Screenings Amid Cultural Appropriation Debate

Berlin, Germany – A new film by Michael Bully Herbig, 'Kanu des Manitu,' has ignited a nationwide debate after the FilmPalast24 cinema chain announced its decision not to screen the movie. The cinema cited concerns that the film is 'not contemporary' and contains 'potentially culturally appropriative scenes' depicting white actors as fictional Apaches. Die WELT was the first to report on the controversy, which has since escalated into a heated public discussion. A spokesperson for FilmPalast24 stated, 'We cannot guarantee the safety of our guests if someone accidentally laughs in the hall.' The statement further elaborated, 'We no longer live in 2001, but in 2025, where a gag can trigger a moderate state crisis.' In contrast to FilmPalast24's decision, a private cinema owner in Bautzen has declared his intention to show the film for a week, around the clock, as a 'sign of resistance.' He stated that he would 'not submit to the Green opinion dictatorship.' This initiative has reportedly received support from local AfD members, who view it as a 'courageous step against the Cancel Culture of killjoys.' Supporters hope the film will 'finally bring the truth about Karl May and the true Winnetou to light.' Michael Bully Herbig, the film's creator, expressed his surprise regarding the controversy. He commented, 'I actually just wanted to make a film. But well, if it's already being discussed in the Bundestag, I can also immediately write the sequel, 'The Climate-Neutral Shoe of Manitu.''

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one month ago

Kino hat Bully Herbigs Film „Das Kanu des Manitu“ nicht aus dem Programm genomm…

Angeblich hat der „Filmpalast24“ den Kinofilm „Das Kanu des Manitu“ wegen kultureller Aneignung aus dem Programm genommen. Das ist erfunden.